Nancy McCormick, Morris County Real Estate Sales Associate

05/31/2022

Come experience the best of Chatham right in your backyard at the Fishawack Festival on Saturday, June 11th. There is truly something for every age with footraces, live entertainment, an outdoor pub, a kids’ fun zone, food and dining pavilion, and artisan craft vendors.

Chatham used to serve as a welcome spot for travelers along the Fishawack, a Lenape Indian term for Passaic River. This historical role has since evolved into a dynamic annual festival that showcases this wonderful community and all of its charm.

A perfect chance to get out and support local while catching up with your fellow Chathamites, this event is a favorite among locals. And if you’re considering a move to the area, you won’t want to miss the chance to see your future town on full display.



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05/27/2022

Let us honor the brave men and women who paid the ultimate sacrifice.

Have a nice Memorial Day weekend. 🇺🇸

05/23/2022

If your bedroom is on the smaller side, you’re probably always seeking ways to make the most of every last inch.

Especially if you’re looking to stage your home to sell, maximizing its appearance can be particularly important as potential homebuyers can never have enough space in just about every room.

HGTV rounded up creative ways to take your bedroom from cramped quarters to sizable sanctuary.

By incorporating elements like horizontal planks on the wall, mirrors, or a taller bed, you can create the illusion of much more room with very little cost and effort.

Designing a small bedroom can be overwhelming and downright frustrating, but it doesn't have to be. Check out our favorite designer tips and tricks, and see which solutions work best for your small space.

05/19/2022

Madisonians, rejoice! The beloved Madison Farmers market is back. Opening today at Dodge Field, it features many wonderful nearby family farms and boasts an array of vegetables, flowers, jams, baked goods, music, and much more.

The market season will run from Thursday, May 19 through Thursday, November 17, and the hours will be 1-6pm. It’s the perfect opportunity to keep our families healthy with fresh produce while supporting the local economy.

And who doesn’t love being out and about in the warm weather while mingling with neighbors these days? Just another reason why Madison is consistently regarded as one of the best places to live in NJ.

05/18/2022

Did you know inspectors are not regulated by federal guidelines? While there are rules by state, some regions require very little for licensing and/or certification.

Also, all inspectors are certainly not created equal. Not only is it important to seek out an individual who comes highly recommended, it is equally critical to keep in mind the most common things that are often overlooked during an inspection.

Be part of the process and double check to make sure the items on this helpful checklist are not neglected.

From leaky faucets to damp porches, read on to learn more about the potential red flags that should be on your radar.

Countless problems can go unnoticed simply because your home inspector doesn’t look for them. Before you buy, make sure you check for these budget busters.

05/11/2022

How do you make multiple rooms out of one? During the pandemic we all certainly had a crash course in this as we learned how to make a single space transition from eating quarters to home office in no time.

But we were in survival mode and didn’t have many options.

So, how do you design this concept more thoughtfully?

Perhaps you’re staging your home and want to make an open layout feel functional for potential buyers, or you’re still working from home and want to put some thought into your family room/office hybrid.

By adding elements like carpets, floor lamps and built-ins you can create distinct areas that help define the layout.

Read on to see what the experts have to say about maximizing space without sacrificing style.

Just because you have limited square footage doesn’t mean you can’t have it all!

05/08/2022

Happy Mother’s Day to everyone! It’s been a special one for me celebrating my first Formula 1 race in Miami, FL. We’ve been cheering on McLaren team as long-time fans and finally checking off a bucket list item. I am here with my daughter and wishing my sons were here, but there’s always next year.

Enjoy the day!

05/05/2022

Since the pandemic began, many people have opted to pursue home renovations rather than jump into the chaotic real estate market as buyers.

It is no wonder why most are focusing on their kitchens since it’s the focal point of the home.

Updating this room will bring the best bang for your buck on resale, and you can also reap the benefits of a brand-new design in advance of putting your home on the market when you’re ready.

Here are 100 unique and swoon-worthy kitchen designs that you will either love for years to come or will make your home fly off the market before you can say “resale value”.

So many deliciously chic ideas.

05/02/2022

Are you getting the urge to move from NJ to Florida? Well, you certainly aren’t alone. Last year, more than 547,000 people relocated from around the country (and world) to the Sunshine State. 11% of them were from NY and 6% hailed from NJ. While there has always been a natural tendency for this migration, COVID had a huge impact on it. With New York City in a state of flux and more people working from home, some are jumping at the opportunity for a lower cost of living and warmer weather.

Read on to learn more about the great migration from Jersey to the orange state.

https://news.yahoo.com/florida-migration-whos-moving-sunshine-143814197.html?guccounter=1

04/28/2022

The 2022 market has introduced all kinds of madness that we could only have imagined back in 2019. People are buying homes sight unseen, and there are more listings for properties being sold “as is”.

So, what are the things you need to watch out for?

Unfortunately, buyers aren’t in much of a power position, but it is still up to you to decide how much risk to take on during the process. Knowing what to look for can help you quantify what problems you may be up against down the road. By educating yourself, you can better determine what exactly you consider a dealbreaker.

Read on to learn how to quickly spot the red flags that might be waving at you. 🚩🚩🚩

Buying a home as is doesn't mean accepting anything and everything. Here are seven major red flags savvy buyers will want to look for.

04/27/2022

When you know, you know. Whether you’re job hunting, meeting “the one”, or getting that warm and fuzzy feeling about a home, there is usually an aha moment where it all becomes clear.

And sometimes the littlest details can become important catalysts in triggering big emotions that help make our decisions more obvious.

So what are some surprising features that tip the scale in the home search? From cappuccino stations to skylights to gardens, read on to learn what interesting little details make people want to sign on the dotted line in mere minutes.

Sometimes it's the littlest thing or quirky touch that makes all the difference. Buyers share how they knew a house was the one.

04/22/2022

We knew the writing was on the wall, and here it is. Mortgage rates have hit 5% for the first time in more than a decade. Experts are saying pricier mortgages are calming the market a bit. The volume of loan applications for home buying was down 6% this week when compared to the same week last year.

2022 has been a particularly tough year for buyers in the market who have made major concessions, waived inspections and battled grueling bidding wars just to land a home. Will the tides continue to turn, putting an end to this historical, albeit “crazy”, housing market? Stay tuned because it sure will stay interesting, folks.

The monthly cost of buying a typical home has surged by more than a third over the past year by one estimate, yet demand remains robust.